Tag: U.S. jobs
U.S. adds a healthy 236K jobs despite Fed’s rate hikes
WASHINGTON (AP) – America's employers added a solid 236,000 jobs in March, suggesting that the economy remains on solid footing despite the nine interest...
R.I., Mass. gas prices ease following OPEC+ production decision
PROVIDENCE – The average price of self-serve, regular unleaded gasoline in Rhode Island dipped to $3.40 per gallon on Monday, 1 cent less than...
U.S. hiring stayed strong in November as employers add 263K jobs
WASHINGTON (AP) – The nation's employers kept hiring briskly in November despite high inflation and a slow-growing economy — a sign of resilience in...
Unemployment claims rise to 240K, highest since August
WASHINGTON (AP) – The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits rose to the highest level since August but still remains low by historic...
Another month of solid U.S. hiring suggests more big Fed hikes
WASHINGTON (AP) – America's employers slowed their hiring in September but still added 263,000 jobs, a solid figure that will likely keep the Federal Reserve on...